River District Snow Removal

Owen Sound, Ontario
Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Beginning at 8 p.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, January 26, excess snow removal operations will be taking place with the anticipation of being completed by early Thursday morning.

Vehicles parked within the River District must be removed from parking spaces by 8 p.m., on Wednesday, January 26, to allow access for snow removal equipment. Winter overnight parking restrictions are in place. Vehicles interfering with snow removal activities may be towed. 

The areas impacted include the following streets, or sections of streets, in the River District:

Signage will be posted indicating snow-clearing operations are ongoing, which will be coordinated by City staff. Motorists and pedestrians are asked to be aware of their surroundings when traveling in these areas.

Snow removal operations in the River District are an essential part of the City’s efforts to keep the streets and sidewalks clear and passable for residents, as well as emergency vehicles.

For more information, please contact Dennis Kefalas, Director of Public Works and Engineering at 519-376-4440 ext. 1201 or email to dkefalas@owensound.ca.

Quick Facts:

• Public Works staff work 24/7 on three shifts throughout winter control to ensure public safety
• Follow this link for further information regarding the City of Owen Sound’s Winter Maintenance program.
• Excess snow removal in the River District allows for greater mobility

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